How to Pronounce Sentries

To pronounce "sentries", say SENTR-ies — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SENTR-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “sentries”

"sentries" has 2 syllables: sentr-ies. It rhymes with entries and gentries, if that helps it stick.

What does sentries mean?

noun

  1. A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
  2. Sentry duty; time spent being a sentry.

Synonyms

kite

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Words that rhyme with sentries

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entriesgentriesventris

Related words

bodyguardsgatekeepersguardiansguardsminderssentinelsvigilanteswarders

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sentries"?▾

"Sentries" has 2 syllables: sentr · ies.

What does "sentries" mean?▾

Sentries: A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.

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